Job Description

As the Vocational Rehabilitation Consultantwilldevelop cost effective strategies toassistindividuals with disabilities in returning to the workplace. The VRC will work with Guardian plan holders, employees, and physicians to coordinate return to work opportunities through job accommodationsand return to work strategies. The Vocational Rehabilitation Consultant provides assessment of LTD, STD and Life claims,todetermineclaimants’ level of functionality and provide evaluation of work capabilities or independence in activities of daily living, according to contractual definitions. The Vocational Rehabilitation Consultantidentifiesclaimants that may be eligible for return-to-work planning andassistance, transitional work, job modification, and/or vocational rehabilitation programs. The VRCmustpossessa thorough working knowledge of medical diagnoses and treatment modalities, criteria supporting vocational feasibility, and a clear understanding of the interface of medical pathology and employment functionality.  

You are

Ahighly motivatedand reliableindividualwhocanwork withvarying levels ofsupervision – independently or collaboratively.Youaredetail-oriented and adecisive decision makerwhocanmanage multiple priorities at the same time with a positive attitudeYou can collaborate withstakeholderstoprovide effective case management within the boundaries of contractual definitions

Youwill

• Assess claimants medical, psychological condition, social and economic situation, aptitudes, work experience, restrictions and limitations, educational background, and behavioral/motivational factors todetermineviability of and probability of success of vocational rehabilitation opportunities.  Compare this assessment with policy rehabilitation provisions and make cost/benefit analysis to develop programs toassistindividuals with disabilities in obtaining employment.

• Maintain proactive dialogue with claimants, planholdersand treatment providers to formulateviablereturnto gainful work plans.   Cost effectiveutilizationof vendors to provide rehabilitative services to support programgoal  Coordination with public services/governmental agencies to control costs andidentifysimilar benefits.

• Collaborate withDisability Clinical & Vocational Servicesstaff and case managers to move towardan appropriateplanto reduce the duration of disability and enhance probability of RTW. Serve aseducationalresource on vocational rehab aspect of claims.Educateparties involved in claim managementregardingthe extent of functional limitations and impact on ability to perform work activities.

• Utilize standard vocational resources effectivelytoperformoccupational assessments; performtransferableskills analyses and labor market surveys toassistClaimsDepartment in benefit eligibility determinations.  Compare medically supported restrictions and limitations with job/occupationalrequirements todetermineclaimant’s residual functionality.

• Apply knowledge of the ADAAA toidentifyeffectivework-relatedaccommodationsand stay-at-work options to our plan holdersand their employeesWork with plan holders to identify/effectuateappropriate worksitemodifications and transitional workplansto help return claimant to employment. Case management of part-time work claims to increase full-time return to work potential, asappropriate

• Utilizevocationalexpertisewithin a flexible environment to support Guardian’s current products (STD, LTD, Life, and ADA), as well as future products,tomeet business needs.

You have

• 5 or more yearsofactively providing vocational rehabilitation/case managementservices to disabled individualsinan insurance setting

• Case Management experiencestronglypreferred

• Master’s Degree required, preferred in Rehab Counseling

• Receipt of, or eligibility for, certification in profession, such as Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC),
  Certified Disability Management Specialist (CDMS),Certified Case Manager (CCM).

• Excellentverbal andcommunications skills

• Ability to exercise independent & sound judgmentin decision making

• Strong problem-solving, analytical,clinical,and information researchskills

• Excellent time management & organizational skills

• Demonstrated ability tomulti-task with the ability to manage continually changing priorities and the ability to prioritize work based on customer service needs and departmental regulations

• The ability to remain flexible due to changing business needs

• Proficiencyin MS Word, Excel,PowerPoint,and OASYS, ERI, OOH, BLS

Location

This is a mobile position where preference may be given to candidates within commuting proximity to a Guardian office with the ability to travel to Guardian offices as determined by the People Leader.

Travel

• Occasional 0-10%of the time.

Salary Range:

$68,970.00 - $113,310.00

The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation.

Our Promise

At Guardian, you’ll have the support and flexibility to achieve your professional and personal goals. Through skill-building, leadership development and philanthropic opportunities, we provide opportunities to build communities and grow your career, surrounded by diverse colleagues with high ethical standards.

Inspire Well-Being

As part of Guardian’s Purpose – to inspire well-being – we are committed to offering contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues. Explore our company benefits at www.guardianlife.com/careers/corporate/benefitsBenefits apply to full-time eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Guardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Accommodations

Guardian is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Guardian also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants (and employees) to accommodate the individual's known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MyHR@glic.com. Please note: this resource is for accommodation requests only. For all other inquires related to your application and careers at Guardian, refer to the Guardian Careers site.

Visa Sponsorship

Guardian is not currently or in the foreseeable future sponsoring employment visas. In order to be a successful applicant. you must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without the need for employer sponsorship.

Current Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday.